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FirstWind’s Milford Farm Up For Renewable Energy Project of the Year

FirstWind’s Milford wind farm has put Utah on the map – for real – in the world of wind power generation.  By far the largest wind farm in Utah, and one of the largest renewable energy projects in the intermountain west for 2009, the project has been chosen as a finalist in Renewable...

5 signs Utah is on the brink of becoming a player in wind power

Wind power is the most cost-effective of current renewable energy technologies. Cost of generation is very competitive with traditional sources and the demand for clean energy only continues to increase. So, can Utah become a real player in the burgeoning wind power industry? Here are 5 positive signs...

Salt Lake City based WEEC receives $53.9 million in Smart Grid funding

Salt Lake City based WEEC receives $53.9 million in Smart Grid funding
Federal smart grid funding to benefit Utah and wind projects around the west. Standing in front of solar panels at a Florida sun farm, President Obama announced $3.4 billion in smart grid funding to be spent in 49 states.  Clean energy enthusiasts and clean tech investors applauded the investment. ...

“Renewable Energy Certificates” and Waxman/Markey – The complex realities of funding renewable energy

“Renewable Energy Certificates” and Waxman/Markey – The complex realities of funding renewable energy
At my home, I’ve been participating in Rocky Mountain Power’s Blue Sky program for 5 or 6 years. The program is sold as a way for customers to support alternative energy development by voluntarily paying an “up charge” to get more clean energy into the system.  I set my goal...